Riley McGree
AUS
MiddlesbroughCM
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Nov 2, 1998 (27)
Left
5'10"
172 lb
AustraliaOut of World Cup
McGree will miss the World Cup after sustaining a hamstring injury in Middlesbrough's final match, reports The Guardian.
Analysis: It's a massive blow for McGree, who would was set to see significant time in the World Cup for Australia after appearing in seven contests in qualifying. Fortunately for Australia, it's early enough that they can replace him in the team with multiple players sent into camp days before final cuts in the team.
Set to miss World Cup
McGree (undisclosed) has suffered a significant injury that will prevent him from playing for Australia in the World Cup, Joey Lynch of ESPN reports.
Analysis: McGree sustained the issue in the final game of the club season against Hull City, and it turned out to be a major blow, leaving him out of the upcoming international tournament. Thus, Jackson Irvine and Conor Metcalfe will likely operate as the main midfield options for the Socceroos.
Suffers injury in promotion playoff
McGree abandoned Saturday's English Championship playoffs final against Hull City due to an injury, becoming a concern for Australia ahead of the World Cup.
Analysis: McGree will need to be assessed after picking up a blow that could lead to a relevant issue. With his country's World Cup opener coming on June 13, his status is now a major question mark, especially considering that he's expected to see significant playing time if available. Jackson Irvine and Conor Metcalfe would be the main midfield options for Australia if McGree is dealing with a serious problem. During his last season in the English second division, the central man served as an efficient distributor while tallying six goals and three assists in 28 appearances, but he also struggled with a few injuries in different moments of the year.
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